Badus is a modern crochet shawl that is designed to make the best use of a single skein of yarn. It features a long and slow gradient, starting from one corner with one color and finishing in the other corner (and around the piece) with a completely different one.

The yarn, Laines du Nord Poema, is especially suited for this design for two reasons. First, the Z-twist single ply construction is ideal for crochet; no splitting and weird twisting while crocheting! Furthermore, the soft no-pill merino makes it a pleasure to work with and wear around your neck.

Other yarns from the same series, such as Poema Glitter, Poema Nuance and Poema Tweed can also be used for this pattern.

The shawl is made by using simple techniques and basic crochet stitches. Increases and decreases are incorporated to create the smooth oval shape. It is a simple, relaxing and meditative design.

Instructions are given in written abbreviated form and US terms.

Credits
Pattern Design & Photography: Asimina Saranti
Tech Editor: Spyretta Driva

Yarn
Laines du Nord Poema
Light Fingering / 3 ply / 100% Merino
600 meters - 656 yards / 150 grams
Colorway: 404, 1 skein

Hook
5.0 mm / US H or size to obtain gauge

Notions
1 removable stitch marker
yarn needle

Gauge
18 sts / 20 rounds = 10 cm (4 inches) square in single crochet

Size
One Size

Finished Measurements
Width: 38 cm / 15.2 inches
Length: 180 cm / 72 inches

Skills Required/Techniques Used

• Basic crochet stitches
• Increasing, Decreasing
• Working in rows and rounds
• US crochet terminology

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